1964 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Toyota Corona (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 406 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Because 1964 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Toyota Corona | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Corona | Polo |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.9 mm |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |